Wellness
Semaglutide, a weight loss medication, linked to decreased COVID-19 mortality in Brigham-conducted research
An international study led by Brigham and Women’s Hospital, part of the Mass General Brigham healthcare system, reveals that patients receiving weekly injections of the weight loss drug semaglutide experienced…
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Your neighbourhood could influence your brain’s wellbeing, new research reveals
A new study from the Wake Forest University School of Medicine has found that the…
Supporting close friends brings emotional rewards for older adults
Older adults who offer practical help to close friends—such as running errands, cooking meals, or…
What your brain does to keep you sharp as you age
Do you naturally see the best in people, or are you quick to notice signs…
The Lasting Health Impacts of Incarceration
A new study has found that older adults who have experienced incarceration face significantly poorer…
Wellness
Feeling Overwhelmed? How Stress Could Elevate Your Stroke Risk
A recent study published in Neurology®, the journal of the American Academy of Neurology, on March 5, 2025, suggests that…
Deciphering the Brain’s Methods for Differentiating Pain from Itch
A research initiative led by KAANG Bong-Kiun, director of the Center for Cognition and Sociality within the Institute for Basic…
Significant Traumatic Stress Detected in Caregivers of Adult Cancer Patients
Millions of family members and friends annually undertake the emotionally taxing role of caregivers for loved ones undergoing cancer treatment.…
Ten Percent of Elderly South Asian Immigrants in Canada Suffer from Hypothyroidism
A recent study featured in the Archives of Gerontology and Geriatrics Plus revealed that 10% of South Asian immigrants over…
Combining Exercise and Healthy Eating Habits for Optimal Cardiovascular Health Protection
Researchers at the University of Jyväskylä's Faculty of Sport and Health Sciences have unearthed critical insights linking physical activity levels,…
Research Suggests High Temperatures Could Accelerate Ageing in Elderly Individuals
A recent study by the USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology indicates that increased exposure to extreme heat could accelerate…
Effects of Smoking on the Effectiveness of Respiratory Rehabilitation and Correlation Analysis in Patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease: A Retrospective Analysis
In contrast to smokers, non-smokers exhibited substantial improvements in several respiratory parameters following rehabilitation, including forced expiratory volume in one…
Research unveils the role of the aging immune system in accelerating cancer development, potentially paving the way for novel preventive strategies
Researchers at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai have embarked on a pivotal investigation addressing a critical yet…